Brewer

Job Title: Brewer

Location: Main Location

Department: Brewing

Reports To: Brewing Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

Brewers are the foundation stones of all good breweries. We will rely on you to ensure that the brewery is running smoothly, this includes preparing ingredients and materials, keeping on top of maintenance and house-keeping, operating machinery and of course... quality control. We are looking for someone who is passionate about beer, wants to learn, and has a wealth of creativity.

Job Duties:

• Learn the Abita brewing process from milling, brewing, cellaring, and filtering.

• Ensure that all vessels, equipment and facilities are kept clean and hygienic.

• Assist in all aspects of brewing process.

• Carry out any general housekeeping required in the brewery to ensure that it is safe and well organized.

• Assist with recording raw materials, production stage timings and quality checks when required.

• Produce beer that is consistent, free from defects, true to style (as the customer or we define it) and of the highest quality.

• Manual operation of the production process and equipment.

• Handling of brewery waste streams, ensuring correct disposal, and recycling.

• Assisting with stocktaking and record keeping as directed.

• Ensure that the day-to-day management of Health and Safety is in line with company policies.

• Carry out routine maintenance tasks as directed.

• Contribute ideas for new beers and improving processes.

• Attending beer festivals and meet the brewer events.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. 

• Flexible to work rotating schedules as business needs arise (typical workweek = 45 hours).  

• Position requires standing for long periods (up to 12 hours), bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and materials weighing up to 55 pounds.

• Routine pushing, pulling, reaching, upper body and arm rotation, arm extension, and climbing ladders.

• Exposure to various temperature changes.

• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (earplugs, gloves, boots, etc.).

Supervision of Others

This position does not require any management responsibilities.

Education/Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years brewing experience in a production brewery or larger brewpub.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Degree in Brewing Science or Technology is a plus but not required. 

• Recipe development and creativity.

• Basic knowledge of computers.

• Knowledge of safe work operations, safety policies and procedures.

• Attention to details, ability to recognize when there is a problem.

• Love, appreciation and knowledge of beer, including a familiarity with the craft brewing industry and with beer styles.

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The Abita Brewing Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.